NEW YORK, March 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Global X
Funds, the New York based provider of exchange traded
funds (ETFs), has been named the Best North America Equity ETF
Manager by the readers of ETF Express, a U.K publication.
Additionally, the firm won the ETF.com award for Best New Asset
Allocation ETF, recognizing the Global X | JPMorgan Efficiente
Index ETF (NYSE ARCA: EFFE).
This is the second year in a row Global X has received the award
from ETF Express. Global X Funds was selected among a field of over
50 ETF issuers in the US for the award. The firm is known for its
SuperDividend® suite of income producing ETFs, as well as Guru, a
family of ETFs that seek to replicate the largest holdings of hedge
fund managers. Global X also has funds that provide exposure to the
international, commodity and alternative spaces.
"We are pleased to be recognized by the readers of ETF Express
and industry experts at ETF.com for our commitment to providing
investors with innovative products," said Bruno del Ama, chief
executive officer of Global X Funds. "The recognition in both the
U.S. and overseas demonstrates the global demand our funds," he
added.
"The JPMorgan Efficiente family of indices continues to attract
attention amongst investors worldwide," said Scott Mitchell, Managing Director and Head of
Equity Derivative Sales North America at J.P. Morgan. "We
congratulate Bruno and his team on their success in making the
strategy available to ETF investors."
ABOUT GLOBAL X FUNDS
Global X is a New York-based
sponsor of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), offering access to
investment opportunities across global markets. Founded in 2008,
Global X is recognized by individual and institutional investors
for its suite of income, international, commodity and alternative
funds. With over 40 funds available across U.S. and foreign
exchanges, Global X is one of the fastest growing issuers of ETFs.
For more information, please visit www.globalxfunds.com.
Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of
principal. Past performance is not indicative of future
performance and is no guide to future returns.
Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk
factors, charges and expenses before investing. This and additional
information can be found in the Funds' prospectus, which may be
obtained by calling 1-888-GX-FUND-1 (1.888.493.8631), or by
visiting www.globalxfunds.com. Read the prospectus carefully before
investing.
Global X Management Company, LLC serves as an advisor to the
Global X Funds. The Funds are distributed by SEI Investments
Distribution Co., which is not affiliated with Global X Management
Company or any of its affiliates.
ETF Express awards were decided by the votes of etfexpress
subscribers, who include investors as well as managers and other
industry professionals at firms including fund administrators,
custodians, advisers and distributors.
The ETF.com award selection process follows three steps: 1) An
open nominating process, 2) A "Nominating Committee" composed of
senior members of ETF.com's editorial and analytics departments
narrows the nominees to a maximum of five in each category, 3) A
"Selection Committee" of independent ETF experts votes on the
winners.
JPMorgan Indexes have been licensed for use by Global X
Management Company, LLC. Global X Funds are not sponsored,
endorsed, issued, sold, or promoted by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC.
nor does this company make any representations regarding the
advisability of investing in the Global X Funds.
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